Old Market Fight, Arrest
Police Arrest Suspect After Two Men Critically Injured in Old Market Fight
A 23-year-old man has been arrested after two men were critically injured in a fight in Omaha's Old Market early Friday morning, according to Kearney Hub. The incident happened near 12th and Harney Streets, a busy area in the heart of the city.
Officers found the two victims — aged 57 and 46 — with multiple cuts. Both men were taken to the Nebraska Medical Center in critical condition, York News-Times reported.
Suspect Arrested on Serious Weapons Charges
Police arrested the 23-year-old suspect following the early morning attack. He faces two serious charges: second-degree assault and use of a weapon to commit a felony, according to Journal Star. Both charges point to a deliberate and dangerous attack on the two older men.
The suspect's name has not been released. No further details about the weapon used have been made public, Columbus Telegram reported. Investigators have not said whether the suspect and the victims knew each other.
Two Victims Found Critically Hurt Near Old Market
The two men were found with multiple cuts when officers arrived at the scene. The 57-year-old and the 46-year-old were both rushed to the Nebraska Medical Center, according to The Independent. Their condition beyond the initial critical status has not been updated publicly.
The Old Market area is one of Omaha's most visited neighborhoods, known for its restaurants, bars, and nightlife. A violent fight there in the early morning hours drew quick attention from police, NP Telegraph noted.
What We Know About the Old Market Location
The fight took place near 12th and Harney Streets, according to Kearney Hub. That intersection sits at the edge of the Old Market district, where foot traffic is common late at night and into the early morning hours on weekends.
Police have not said what led to the fight or how the suspect was identified and arrested. No court date has been announced yet, NP Telegraph reported. The investigation is ongoing.
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